LIVALO vs PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
68/100
Pharmacy pays
~$38.04 /30
~$38.04 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM
PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet
Drug class
Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor
Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 12 hours
about 12 hours
Treats
Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias, Hypertriglyceridemia
Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias, Hypertriglyceridemia
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Livalo or Pitavastatin Calcium?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $38.04 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Livalo and Pitavastatin Calcium?
Both Livalo and Pitavastatin Calcium share the active ingredient Pitavastatin Calcium.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.